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Patient-centered care is the heart and soul of Packard Health and so we are thrilled to be able to provide palliative care to our patients with life-limiting diseases. It\u2019s a standout example of how a small and nimble community health center (that\u2019s us) can respond quickly to provide new services that patients need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Meet Abril Bigelow<\/a>, PhD, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner and Palliative Care Specialist. For our patients living with serious illness, April provides specialized care to relieve symptoms and stress. She is a skilled listener and advocate for patients and their families, and their expert communicator with all members of the care team. <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Patient-centered care is the heart and soul of Packard Health and so we are thrilled to be able to provide palliative care to our patients with life-limiting diseases. It\u2019s a standout example of how a small and nimble community health center (that\u2019s us) can respond quickly to provide new services that patients need. 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